Steven Stein's Famous Gourmet Deli and Restaurant
Last inspected: Jun 27, 2025
64
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Steven Stein's Famous Gourmet Deli and Restaurant, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 27, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around seven violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
Steven Stein's Famous Gourmet Deli and Restaurant's latest score of 64 falls below the Philadelphia average of 72. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 27, 2025
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scooper handles submerged in food items stored in working bulk containers in the bakery area. *Person in charge removed scoopp.
46.301
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on kitchen surface area and not stored in sanitizing solution.
46.772
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed with deep scores and scratches in the facilities deli area.
46.672
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: The following was observed: - Buildup observed on the gaskets in the walk-in cooler - Food debris observed inside of all of the facilities refrigeration units. - Buildup and black residue observed on direct floor surfaces in the bakery areas walk in cooler units. - Walk-in units floors observed with debris and were unsealed - Grease accumulation observed on all cooking equipment and ventilations hoods - Ice accumulation observed in the walk-in freezer units in the facilities main kitchen area. - Grime and debris observed on the contact surface areas of the facilities closed display cases
46.714
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: A hot water delay was observed at the women's restroom hand wash sink. It took approximately 2-3 minutes before it started heating up.
46.806(a)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Cracked floor tiles observed in the prep area and near the facilities back exit door. -Cracked walls observed on the perimeter surface areas in the restaurant section. -Stained walls observed throughout the facility. -Hole observed on the wall in tthe employee restroom area.
46.921
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Stove observed outside of the exhaust range in the kitchen. New Violation.
46.614
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May 28, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Aluminum foil observed on the bottom of the prep table in the prep area New Violation.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - Buildup observed on the gaskets in the walk-in cooler - Food residue observed on the outside surfaces of the cold display case in the deli area. - Grease accumulation observed on the grease trap in the warewash area and bakery area - Sticky food residue observed on the outside surfaces of the bulk food containers in the bakery area. - Grease accumulation observed on the sides of the cooking equipment in the prep area. New Violation.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Leak observed in the handwash sink in the restaurant area. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Cracked floor tiles observed in the prep area - Cracked in the wall observed in restaurant area - Low gout observed in the prep area New Violation.
46.921
82
May 20, 2024
Reinspection
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Loose rodenticides observed on the floor under the prep table in the bakery area. PIC discarded the rodenticide at the time of the inspection. Rodent bait stations. Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
46.1026
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: - The handwash sink in the prep area was blocked by container and not accesible at all times for employee use. PIC removed the item at the time of the inspection. - Food employee was observed dumping a beverage in the handwash sink in the restaurant area. New Violation.
46.825(a)
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Uncovered food observed in the walk-in cooler. PIC covered the items at the time of the inspection. New Violation.
46.281
Proper date marking & disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Opened commercially processed ready to eat food (deli meat), located in the walk-in cooler and open display case, was not marked with the date it was opened. PIC date marked the item at the time of the inspection.
46.385(b)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: - The can opener had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces. - Black residue, pink slime observed on the interior of the ice machine bin and on the white plate inside the ice machine.
46.712
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Clutter and unused equipment observed throughout the establishment. - Grease accumulation observed on the floor near the equipment in the prep area - Residue observed on the walls in the prep area, bakery area and hallway - Grime and heavy buildup observed on the floor perimeter in the prep and bakery area - Dust accumulation on ceiling tiles in the prep area - Black residue observed on the floor under the three compartment sink in the warewash area. - Debris and residue on the floor in the walk-in cooler in the bakery - Stagnant water observed in the walk-in cooler in the prep area - Buildup observed along the floor perimeter in the prep area - Buildup observed on the walls and floor in the deli area
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent activity observed in the establishment. - Mouse droppings observed on the floor in the bakery area near the bulk containers and prep tables - Mouse droppings observed in the grooves of the prep table in the bakery area - Mouse droppings observed on baking pans in the bakery area - Mouse droppings observed on the floor near the reach in refrigerator in prep area - Mouse droppings observed on the floor near the dry seasonings in the prep area. - Mouse droppings observed on the cabinets in the deli area - Mouse droppings observed on the floor near the handwash sink in the deli area New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. New Violation.
46.672
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - Buildup observed on the gaskets in the walk-in cooler - Food residue observed on the outside surfaces of the cold display case in the deli area. - Food residue observed on the outside surfaces of the bulk food containers in the bakery area
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Leak observed in the handwash sink in the restaurant area.
46.825(b)-(e)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Dumpster lid observed left open. New Violation.
46.884
37
Apr 16, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Buildup observed on the handles of the handwash sink in the bakery area. New Violation.
46.981(h)
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Employee cellphone and earbuds were observed on the prep table in the prep area. New Violation.
46.301
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Observed insecticides (Raid) not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, observed on an slicer in the prep area. New Violation.
46.1026
Proper cold holding temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Eggs on the counter were held at 70.2 degrees F, rather than 45 degrees F or below as required. PIC discarded the food item at the time of the inspection.
46.385(a)(2)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: - The can opener had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces. - Black residue, pink slime observed on the interior of the ice machine bin. New Violation.
46.712
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in the establishment. - Mouse droppings observed on top of boxes and food containers in the prep area - Mouse droppings observed on the prep table in the prep and bakery area - Mouse droppings observed on the floor in the prep and restaurant area - Mouse droppings observed on the floor perimeter in the bakery area - Mouse droppings observed on food can in the dry storage area - Mouse droppings observed in cabinets in the deli and bakery area - House flies observed in the establishment - Small flies observed in the bakery area near the grease trap New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: - Missing kick plates from the cold prep units restaurant area. - Lid of the cold prep unit observed in disrepair in the restaurant area New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - Dust accumulation was observed on the pot rack in the prep area. - Buildup observed on the gaskets in the walk-in cooler - Food residue observed on the outside surfaces of the cold display case in the deli area. New Violation.
46.714
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: No cold water observed at the handwash sink in the prep area. New Violation.
46.805
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Leak observed in the handwash sink in the prep area. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Cracked floor tiles observed in the prep area - Water stained ceiling tile observed in the employee toilet room - Missing ceiling tiles observed in the hallway near the employee toilet room - Cracked in the wall observed in restaurant area New Violation.
46.921
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: - Employee back packs observed being stored in the walk-in cooler - Employee purse observed in the bakery area New Violation.
46.963
35
May 19, 2023
Reinspection
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser was not working properly at the handwash sink in the bakery area.
46.981(h)
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: - Scooper handle observed sitting in bin w/dry foods in the bakery area. New Violation.
46.281
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: - Several potentially hazardous ready to eat food (chicken, cooked food, watermelon, salads) prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the walk-in cooler, were not date marked. New Violation.
46.385(b)
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Unlabeled spray bottle with unknown blue liquid observed stored on shelf in the customer's bakery area. New Violation.
46.1001
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The facility's food safety certified handler lacks the City of Philadelphia food safety certificate. Observe a ServSafe certificate only. Advised facility's food safety certified handler to apply for the City of Philadelphia food safety certificate. *Application form issue today 5/19/2023.
46.103
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: - Visible physical evidence of rodent (mouse droppings) observed on the floor in the customer's bakery area, inside the cabinet in the restaurant area, and on the floor in the storage/prep area. - Insect activity (fruit flies) observed in throughout the facility.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the walk-in freezers (bakery and meat) and produce walk-in cooler.
46.321
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: - One display case not in use in the customer's bakery area. - Out of service broiler and oven in the prep area. - Missing kick plate from the cold prep unit restaurant area. - Damaged gasket at the cold prep unit/under-counter refrigerator door in the restaurant prep area.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -The following observation were noted: -The microwave is in need of cleaning in the restaurant area. -Debris observed inside the open display cases/produce in the customer's area -Food debris observed on the gaskets and inside the closed display cases /bakery area. -The floor is in need of cleaning inside the produce walk-in cooler, walk-in freezers and bakery area.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Provide wall/floor juncture base coving where is damaged throughout the establishment (prep area). -Missing ceiling tiles in top of the walk-in cooler (rear cooking area). -Pipes and utility lines observed with gaps and not properly sealed in the facility. - Dusty ceiling tiles in the prep rear area.
46.921
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: - Cover ventilation systems observed with dust accumulation in two walk-in coolers, in the bakery area, and retail area.
46.981(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Steven Stein's Famous Gourmet Deli and Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Steven Stein's Famous Gourmet Deli and Restaurant on file is from Jun 27, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Steven Stein's Famous Gourmet Deli and Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Steven Stein's Famous Gourmet Deli and Restaurant.
Has Steven Stein's Famous Gourmet Deli and Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Steven Stein's Famous Gourmet Deli and Restaurant have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Steven Stein's Famous Gourmet Deli and Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Steven Stein's Famous Gourmet Deli and Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Steven Stein's Famous Gourmet Deli and Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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